Go Cups Go

Profile: Go Cups Go (aka outPlanet)

Meet Go Cups Go, a blitz enthusiast navigating the 64 squares since 2015 with a relentless spirit and a penchant for creative openings. Clocking in over 2,700 blitz games, outPlanet is the modern internet gladiator who thrives under the pressure of the ticking clock—sometimes emerging victorious, sometimes providing humble lessons to their opponents.

Playing Style

Known for an average game length flirting with 85 moves, outPlanet never rushes a decision but also respects the art of sacrifice—after all, with a comeback rate north of 80%, they’re not afraid to claw their way back from the brink. Early resignations are rare (only 0.63% of games), proving persistence is a game-long companion. The player shines brightest in the endgame, where 85% of their battles see the final phases fought on the board.

Favorite Openings

• Old Benoni Defense: A dependable choice with 85 games under their belt, winning roughly 38% of the time.
• Sicilian Defense Variations: OutPlanet dances through multiple flavors — Old Sicilian, Bowdler Attack, Nyezhmetdinov Rossolimo, and Smith Morra Gambit among them — nearly all with a win rate hovering in the mid-30%s.
• English Opening Symmetrical Variation: Their strongest weapon, boasting a respectable 44% win rate across 82 clashes.

Achievement Highlights

OutPlanet's blitz rating peaked at a proud 2142 in October 2015, a testament to their rapid-fire tactical acumen. Despite facing a fair share of defeat, including a humbling 25-game losing streak (because even the chess gods have favorites), their longest winning streak is a commendable 7 games—proof positive of rising stars in the community.

Notable Rivalries

OutPlanet’s most frequent adversary is kino with 59 battles—though the win rate is modest, the rivalry continues, kindling more epic clashes. Among other fierce competitors are fmjat and damir_prljaca, each having squared off dozens of times, showcasing a dedication to testing wits against stalwart opponents.

A Time to Shine

Best to catch outPlanet in action around 7 PM, as studies show their win rate peaks at this magical hour. Mornings tend to be a bit rough—especially at 8 AM where the win rate mysteriously dips to zero, perhaps evidence of a nocturnal grandmaster not quite ready to face the day.

Memorable Game Moment

In a recent shutdown, outPlanet turned the tables with a sharp Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack, brilliantly culminating in a tactical game abandoned victory—because who needs fair play when outPlanet calls “game over” first? Witness the drama unfold here:

1. e4 c5 2. Bc4 e6 3. Nc3 a6 4. d3 b5 5. Bb3 b4 6. Na4 Qg5 7. Bxg5 Nc6 8. Be3 d6 9. Ne2 Bb7 10. a3 a5 11. axb4 axb4 12. Nb6 Rb8 13. O-O Nf6 14. h3 Be7 15. Ba4 O-O 16. Bxc6 Bxc6 17. b3 Rxb6 18. Ra7 Re8 19. Qa1 Bf8 20. Qa5 Rbb8 21. Ra1 Nd7 22. Qa6 Rbc8 23. c4 Nb8 24. Qb6 Nd7 25. Qa5 g6 26. g4 Bg7 27. Rb1 Ra8 28. Rxa8 Rxa8 29. Qc7 Nb8 30. f4 Bf8 31. Ng3 Be8 32. f5 e5 33. h4 Ra2 34. Qxb8 Rc2 35. Qxe8 Rc3 36. Bh6 f6 0-1
  

In short: outPlanet is a cunning, persistent blitz player with plenty of heart, a fun-loving approach, and a readiness to keep challenging the battlefield long into the evening. Whether you’re a fan or a future opponent, expect a good game—and maybe a good-natured jib about a blunder or two.